Michael Wardell DeMul

Eagle Scout, Devon # 248

Mike DeMul was born in Philadelphia on December 8, 1984, and was adopted by his Mother, Robbin, in September 1986. He lived in Ardmore and moved to Berwyn in December 1989.

Mike began his scouting career when he joined Cub Scout Pack 113 in 1992, and eventually earned the Arrow of Light Award. In June 1996, Mike joined Devon 50 under the leadership of Scoutmaster James Dunn, and became a member of Wolf Patrol. He served as Den Chief from 1997-1998, and made the Thousand-Dollar Club for wreath sales. He was Assistant Patrol Leader of Stag Patrol in 1999-2000, when he also was elected a member of the Order of the Arrow. He became Patrol Leader in 2000-2001. He ended his scouting serving as Troop Historian.

Mike's history with Devon 50 also includes 25 camping events (79 nights), 9 hiking events (43 miles), and 10 service projects (41.5 hours). He especially enjoyed the Troop ski trips and has great memories of Camp Horseshoe Summer Camp for four years. In 2001, he attended the National Boy Scout Jamboree at Fort AP Hill, VA where he enjoyed meeting people from all over the world. 
 
Mike's Eagle Project was completed in November 2002 at the Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn. His project included clearing and landscaping an area by the pond, and building, staining and installing three garden benches for member use as part of their Environmental Education Program. Mike is very appreciative to his fellow scouts, the Adamiaks, the Roxbys, and others who assisted with this project.

Mike is especially thankful for the years of help by Ruth Abbott, his mother’s close friend. She spent a lot of her personal time making sure he could attend meetings, events, and other the functions necessary to be a scout. Also a special thanks to Gerry Cavanaugh, who supported him, being his closest mentor.

Mike's other interests include playing guitar, writing songs, making ceramic work, tennis and floor hockey. Michael is a senior at Conestoga High School, and plans to attend college in the fall.

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